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I ! ! I I i 1 I I I I I I i ! I I I Chuck Tweet, representing Casey's General Store, Inc., explained that the two access points were imperative for safety purposes. He explained that tanker trucks and delivery trucks would be coming and going from the site. Commissioner Thorud asked where the tracks will load and unload. Mr. Tweet pointed oat the northwest doors by the no parking area that is dedicated for loading. Mr. Tweet pointed out the handicapped areas labeled "ramp" on the site plan. Commissioner Bawden asked if there was any problem moving the access to the east. Mr. Tweet replied that there would be no problem moving the access to the east, and there were no problems with any other cort~d~ itions. He explained that he would work with City Staff on the drainage issues. Mr. Jankowski added that there is a 12 inch water main loop to the north and would like to install on the east property !ine. He added that the City is willing to contribute towards the installation. Mr. Tweet explained that Casey's General Store, Inc. is easy to get along with and as things come up they are good about working with the City. Commissioner Jensen asked about the exterior finish. Mr. Tweet distributed photos of a new building, and explained that the new construction consists of brick fronts. Commissioner Ttiorud asked if there would be four four-hose pumps. Mr. Tweet explained there would be eight pamps with 30 foot intervals between pumps. Commissioner Deemer asked when they are planning to complete the project. Mr. Tweet stated they planned on completion in the 1997 construction year. Mr. Tweet added that Casey's General Store, Inc. was a family Oriented store with no adult products, no video rentals, and no video games. Commissioner Thorud asked if diesel sales were planned. Mr. Tweet stated that there would be gas sales only. Comn~ssioner Thorud explained that the intent of his question was that diesel sales bring in oversized vehidles. Mr. Tweet explained that the lot will be prepared with reinforced concrete. Chairperson Bawden asked if the Planning Commission had any problems with the lighting issues. Commissioner De~mer explained that this lighting includes a frosted white lens and the bulb was not visible. Commis~sioner Jensen asked if the lighting was fluorescent or halogen. Commissioner Deemer stated they were halide. Commissioner Deemer stated that the canopy lights were acceptable, and asked what type of lighting was planned for the security lights. Mr. Tweet explained that all lighting will focus downward. Commissioner Deemer noted that a fence should be placed from the rear comers of the building to the privacy fence to eliminate future loitering situations. Motion by Commissioner Deemer and seconded by Commissioner Holland to recommend that City Council grant site plan approval to the site plan proposal for the Casey's General Store contingent upon compliance With the City Staff review letter dated August 30, 1996. Motion carried, iVoting Yes: Chairperson Bawden, Commissioners Deemer, Holland, Jensen, LaDue, Terry, and Thomd. Voting No: None. Absent: None. Planning Commission/September 3, 1996 Page 5 of 13